Commencing on January 19, "Inherit the Wind" immerses audiences in the scorching intensity of a courtroom drama, inspired by the 20th Century's pivotal trial. In a small American town consumed by media frenzy, two monumental figures clash in an intellectual battle, shaping the trajectory of education for generations. An international sensation and Oscar®-nominated film, this production, led by Asolo Rep's new Producing Artistic Director, Peter Rothstein, vividly revisits a defining moment in American history, quickening the heartbeat.
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Manatee Performing Arts Center
Beginning January 18, immerse yourself in the revolutionary musical "Oklahoma!" by Rodgers & Hammerstein. This vibrant classic, a timeless testament to the power of music and storytelling, captures the essence of a bygone era while transcending time. With original songs like "Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin'" and "People Will Say We're in Love," the exuberant production weaves melodies seamlessly with a captivating narrative, leaving an indelible mark on musical theater.
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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
Launching on January 18, "A Soldier’s Play" is a Pulitzer Prize-honored drama set in 1944's segregation-era South. Unfolding on a Louisiana Army base, the narrative begins with the echoes of two gunshots, leading to the brutal murder of a Black sergeant. Intense interrogations follow, probing sacrifice, service, and identity in America. Amidst tension, a determined investigator races against time and white superiors, aiming to unravel the crime before they have the chance to unravel him.
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